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lasting

[las-ting, lah-sting] / ˈlæs tɪŋ, ˈlɑ stɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
enduring, unending
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abiding continuing deep-rooted durable eternal everlasting indelible lifelong long-term longstanding permanent stable
STRONG
persisting
WEAK
constant continual endless forever in for the long haul incessant indissoluble inexhaustible inexpungible old perdurable perennial perpetual till the cows come home unceasing undying unremitting
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ending ephemeral impermanent temporary transient
WEAK
ceasing fleeting passing short-lived

Example Sentences

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He pointed to two examples of cuts made by the administration that could have lasting consequences for the country.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

That Nato-led intervention ended up lasting more than seven months.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Charles urged the United States to stand firm with its Western allies, adding that "unyielding resolve" was needed to secure a "just and lasting peace" in Ukraine.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

But Samana also finds it’s difficult to envision the conflict lasting another two months.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

The priest cared more about making lasting changes in his country than about his own life.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French